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April 19, 2024

The SLASSCOM Women in Tech Conference 2.0, held in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Government of Japan, was a landmark event in promoting gender equality in the IT & BPM sector. As the first-ever women in tech conference, held for the 2nd Consecutive year in Sri Lanka, it convened industry leaders, […]

April 3, 2024

A transformative Women Empowerment initiative aimed at fostering gender diversity and inclusion across the Group Colombo, 22 March 2024: In commemoration of International Women’s Day, Sunshine Holdings PLC announced the launch of Project ‘WE’, a Women Empowerment initiative dedicated to fostering organization gender balance and empowering the female workforce. This move emphasizes the company’s commitment […]

March 12, 2024

In today’s dynamic work landscape, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) have emerged as essential pillars for forward-thinking companies. The logistics industry, known for its fast-paced and often physically demanding nature, has traditionally been male-dominated. However, Scanwell Logistics Colombo (Pvt) Ltd, has been empowering its female employees by breaking down barriers to entry, promoting career advancement […]

March 8, 2024

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) is an organization built on a foundation of unwavering dedication to gender equality and inclusion. With a firm commitment to eliminating gender discrimination, PLC has implemented extensive mechanisms and programmes to ensure that women have the support they need to achieve their fullest potential. By working to ensure that […]

March 8, 2023

Colombo, Sri Lanka, March 8, 2023—Thirteen of the leading companies listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) have pledged their support to increase women’s representation at both their management and board levels. The move comes as IFC partnered with the CSE for the eighth consecutive year for the ‘Ring the Bell for […]

SLASSCOM holds Women in Tech Conference 2.0: Empowering Gender Equality & Inclusivity in the Sri Lankan tech industry

Sunshine Holdings elevates commitment to workplace gender equality with the launch of Project ‘WE’

Scanwell Logistics: Leading the way for Gender Equality and Inclusion in the Logistics industry

PLC Stands in Solidarity with Women Worldwide on International Women’s Day

IFC and Colombo Stock Exchange Ring the Bell for Gender Equality with 13 Top Sri Lankan Companies Pledging to Increase Women’s Corporate Leadership